The Rewatch Rewind

Top 40 Countdown Conclusion

Jane Leach — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0700

Some final thoughts about the 40 movies I rewatched most frequently in my first 20 years of keeping track.

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Sounds of The Rewatch Rewind Spotify playlist here

My blog after 10 years of keeping track here

#1 The Philadelphia Story (1940)

Jane Leach — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0700

My attempts to explain why this is the number one movie I will never get tired of rewatching.

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#2 Pride and Prejudice (1995)

Jane Leach — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On adaptations, a riveting story with fascinating characters, appreciating a classic romance through an aromantic lens, aptly named dogs, and more.

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#3 Clue (1985)

Jane Leach — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On a perfect ensemble cast, updating Old Hollywood, loving things for their flaws, and more.

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#4 Singin' in the Rain (1952)

Jane Leach — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On glamorous facades, reflecting truth through layers of deception, possibly too many behind-the-scenes stories, and more.

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#5 Top Hat (1935)

Jane Leach — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On an iconic duo, a delightful supporting cast, dress drama, non-sexual intimacy, and more.

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#6 The Case of the Gilded Lily (2017)

Jane Leach — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On lightening the darkness, playing with tropes, independent filmmakers continuing to demonstrate their brilliance, and more.

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Watch the film here.

#7 The Princess Diaries (2001) - with Rosemary Leach and Sophie Lesher!

Jane Leach — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On why we love this coming-of-age story that feels realistic despite its unrealistic premise.

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#8 My Man Godfrey (1936)

Jane Leach — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On balancing silliness with seriousness, post-divorce friendship, getting engaged to a teddy bear, obscure Oscars trivia, and more.

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#9 Ishtar (1987)

Jane Leach — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On bad press, good jokes, songs that are so bad they're almost good, comedically clueless characters, steering away from romantic storylines, Hollywood sexism, and more.

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#10 The Sure Thing (1985)

Jane Leach — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On well written, brilliantly portrayed characters that transcend tropes, a beautifully developed relationship journey, alternative messages about sex, and more.

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#11 North by Northwest (1959)

Jane Leach — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On why this is my favorite Hitchcock movie, reduced restrictions on sexual content, continued fascination with actors' relative ages, and more.

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#12 The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer (1947)

Jane Leach — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On a ridiculous premise with a fabulous script and cast, age gaps, what happens when child stars grow up, confusing admiration with romance, and more.

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#13 Edgar Allan Poe's Murder Mystery Dinner Party - Feature Cut (2016)

Jane Leach — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

There's really no way to adequately express what Poe Party has meant to me and how much I love it, but here is my attempt.

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Watch the show here.

Rent or buy the feature cut and/or bonus features (including commentary) here.

Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here.

#14 Gaslight (1944)

Jane Leach — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On psychological and emotional manipulation, incredibly impressive performances, masterful direction, and more.

Content warning: mentions of abuse throughout the episode

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Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here

#15 His Girl Friday (1940)

Jane Leach — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On delivering lightning-speed dialogue, messing with gender roles, exposing corruption without violating production codes, and more.

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Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here.

#16 A Mighty Wind (2003)

Jane Leach — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On hilarious improvisation, loving things both genuinely and ironically, shipping celebrities, and more.

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Support film and TV workers affected by the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here

#17 Beauty and the Beast (1991)

Jane Leach — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On fabulous music, fighting toxic masculinity and mob mentality, intimacy that isn't necessarily romantic, sidekicks with their own agenda, confusing timelines, finding you can change, learning you were wrong, and more.

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#18 It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Jane Leach — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On fabulous performances, emotional vulnerability, the evils of capitalism, and more

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#19 Notorious (1946) - with James Hefel!

Jane Leach — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700

My friend James joins me to discuss why we love this movie, and how it compares to other Hitchcock films.

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#20 Ella Enchanted (2004) - with Quinn Leach!

Jane Leach — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On a fabulous cast having fun, DVD special features, fairy tale adaptations, romance that defies normativity, and more!

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#21 Enchanted (2007) - with Sophie Lesher!

Jane Leach — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700

Two friends discuss, delight in, and overthink Enchanted and Disney movies in general.

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#22 Bringing Up Baby (1938)

Jane Leach — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On why this chaotic, unhinged, ridiculous movie is so entertaining to me, and why I don't believe in its straight romance.

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#23 The Major and the Minor (1942)

Jane Leach — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On forgetting what it's like to be 12, dealing with male entitlement, and making a ridiculous premise work way better than it should.

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#24 Freaky Friday (2003)

Jane Leach — Fri, 26 May 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On phenomenal acting, realistic relationships, and a satisfying conclusion.

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#25 The Lion King (1994)

Jane Leach — Thu, 18 May 2023 06:00:00 -0700

The first movie I truly fell in love with.

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#26 Mamma Mia! (2008)

Jane Leach — Thu, 11 May 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On dysfunction, hilarity, and ABBA songs.

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#27 Adam's Rib (1949)

Jane Leach — Thu, 04 May 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On one couple writing for another couple, one actress supporting another actress, and everyone's responsibility to challenge harmful social norms.

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#28 Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948)

Jane Leach — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0700

Thoughts on this wacky old movie that makes fun of society and its expectations in a surprisingly ace-affirming way.

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#29 Father Goose (1964)

Jane Leach — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0700

This movie allowed Cary Grant to play himself, features Leslie Caron giving one of my favorite comedic performances of all time, and vaguely encourages the validation of trans children.

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#30 Monkey Business (1952)

Jane Leach — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On underappreciated comedic talent, deromanticizing the concept of youth, and still loving things despite their problematic elements.

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#31 Stage Door (1937)

Jane Leach — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On witty ensemble banter, sexual content in the days of production codes, mental health struggles, and Old Hollywood trivia/tea.

Content warning: discussion of depression and suicide from 10:32 to 13:55

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#32 Newsies (1992) - with Rosemary Leach!

Jane Leach — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700

My sister and I struggle to articulate what it is about this strange movie that has prompted us to keep rewatching it.

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#33 Holiday (1938)

Jane Leach — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On fake crushes, questioning social norms, staying true to yourself, and seeing people for who they are.

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#34 The Sound of Music (1965) - with Christina Ailor!

Jane Leach — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700

My friend Christina joins me to discuss a few of our favorite things (and a couple things that are not our favorites) about this classic.

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#35 Chicago (2002)

Jane Leach — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On imaginary musical numbers, contrived sexuality, and an unjust justice system.

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#36 Frozen (2013)

Jane Leach — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0700

For the first time in forever, a movie appeared with a character I could truly relate to, and a message I was desperate to hear.

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#37 The Princess Bride (1987)

Jane Leach — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0700

How to tell a love story without being amatonormative.

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#38 Legally Blonde (2001)

Jane Leach — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On misjudging people and movies, prioritizing friendship over romance, and exceptions that undermine the message

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#39 The Emperor's New Groove (2000)

Jane Leach — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0700

On leaning into plot holes, coming of age without romance, true stories, and potato salad.

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#40 Mary Poppins (1964)

Jane Leach — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0700

Welcome to the beginning of the countdown! Featuring musings about my 9th grade homework playlist, DVD special features, good platonic relationship representation, the Oscars, and more.

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Introduction and Disclaimers

Jane Leach — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0700

In which I attempt to explain the purpose of this project

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